Simonds, Frank H. (Frank Herbert) 1878-1936 creator text utu 2009 monographic en 1 online resource : multiple file formats "They Shall Not Pass" by Frank H. Simonds is a historical account written during the early 20th century. This work primarily focuses on the Battle of Verdun during World War I, exploring the experiences and sentiments of soldiers and military leaders amidst the destruction of warfare. It paints a vivid picture of the morale, strategies, and human impact of the conflict, offering insights into the broader implications of this pivotal moment in history. The opening of the book narrates the author’s journey to Verdun, where he begins to witness the devastating effects of the war. Simonds describes meeting influential figures, including General Pétain, and conveys the atmosphere of both despair and determination among the soldiers defending Verdun. He illustrates the stark contrast between the peaceful scenes of suburban Paris and the grim realities of the battlefront, highlighting encounters with ruined villages and the ever-present graves of soldiers. Through reflective observations, he captures the essence of courage and sacrifice, emphasizing the ongoing fight for the spirit of France amidst the backdrop of relentless destruction. (This is an automatically generated summary.) Release date is 2009-02-24 Produced by Jeannie Howse and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at https://www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive/Canadian Libraries) Original publication data not identified Verdun, Battle of, Verdun, France, 1916 D501 Original publication data not identified 16012561 https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/28171 https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/28171 UtSlPG 260607 20260610133637.0 28171